National Police Federation asks for participation in RCMP #WearRedFriday

THE National Police Federation (NPF), working with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), are organizing events for a day of mourning in the wake of the tragic loss of Constable Heidi Stevenson and the many other innocent victims killed in Nova Scotia on April 19.

Canadians from coast to coast are being asked to wear something red and share pictures, videos, and messages of support online using the hashtag #WearRedFriday this Friday, April 24.

Brian Sauve
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“This was an unimaginably tragic event that underscores the very real risk that our RCMP members face when they go to work everyday to protect our communities,” said Brian Sauvé, President of the National Police Federation. “Our hope is that this small gesture will help unite Canadians in a show of support for the RCMP and the families of all the victims of this tragic event.”

The NPF and RCMP are currently organizing small events of remembrance with members in compliance with physical distancing best practices in communities around the country to mourn the loss of 23-year veteran Constable Heidi Stevenson and all victims.

Constable Heidi Stevenson

“These are unusual times, as physical distancing and restrictions on gatherings make it harder to gather together and mourn as a nation,” added Sauvé. “In better times, we would be able to come together in great numbers to show our appreciation, and so we hope by wearing red together on Friday we can mourn these senseless losses and show all the families that we care.”